YAMANAMI HIGHWAY SPARIDE 2025 – Event Announcement!

YAMANAMI HIGHWAY SPARIDE 2025 – Event Announcement!

~ Ride along the “Yamanami Highway,” which was also part of the Tour de Kyushu 2024 Oita Stage course! ~

Come and experience the breathtaking nature of Kyushu with YAMANAMI HIGHWAY SPARIDE 2025!

This event is hosted by Sparkle Oita Racing Team, providing an exciting opportunity for cyclists to enjoy a spectacular ride. The Yamanami Highway, known as the No.1 scenic road for driving, offers a perfect cycling route. Why not join us and ride together with fellow cycling enthusiasts?

Open to individuals and teams! It’s a great chance to meet new cycling friends!


Event Details

  • Date: Sunday, March 23, 2025
  • Registration Deadline: Monday, March 3, 2025
  • Location: Near Chojabaru Park, Kokonoe-machi, Oita Prefecture (Start Point)
  • Participant Limit: 200 people (planned)
  • Eligibility: No preschool children allowed. Participants must bring their own bicycle and helmet.
  • Entry Fee: ¥5,000 (including insurance) ※ Commemorative items can be purchased separately.
  • Supporting Municipalities: Oita City, Kokonoe-machi, Taketa City, Bungo-Ono City, Yufu City
    (Aid stations will be operated with the cooperation of each city and town.)

Aid Stations (5 Locations)

  1. Chojabaru Park (長者原園地)
  2. Oike Spring (男池)
  3. Taketa Community Hall (竹田公民館)
  4. Gandhi Farm (ガンジー牧場)
  5. Senomoto Rest House (瀬の本レストハウス)

 


How to Register

Register for YAMANAMI HIGHWAY SPARIDE 2025 here

Spots are limited, so be sure to secure your place early!


Commemorative T-Shirt Orders

You can order a commemorative T-shirt separately from the participation fee. (Previous announcements mentioned that the T-shirt was included in the entry fee, but to make participation more accessible, we have opted for a separate purchase option. Thank you for your understanding!)

T-Shirt Order Form


We look forward to your participation!

Contact & More Information

For further details, please visit the official event website: YAMANAMI HIGHWAY SPARIDE 2025 Event Page